Liverpool Midfielder Tyler Morton Nears £15m Transfer to Lyon

Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton is on the verge of a £15 million permanent transfer to Ligue 1 club Lyon after 16 years at Liverpool. The 22-year-old, who struggled for first-team opportunities at Liverpool due to intense competition and injuries, previously had loan spells at Hull City and Blackburn Rovers and sought a club where he could play more regularly. Liverpool negotiated a 20 percent sell-on clause in the deal and agreed terms with Lyon, who are rebuilding their squad and will offer Morton a long-term contract following a medical. Despite interest from West Ham and other clubs including Sporting Braga and Ajax, Lyon have emerged as the leading suitor, with Morton set to compete in the Europa League next season. Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged Morton's quality but suggested his future lies away from Anfield given the depth of Liverpool's midfield options. This move allows Liverpool to capitalize financially before Morton's contract expires next year while providing Morton a platform for consistent senior football.